Information for the new or leisure cyclist Information for the racing or touring cyclist Cycling initiatives, routes etc.
Information for the new or leisure cyclist
History of cycling
History of MTB'ing
Choosing your first cycle
Sizing a cycle
Cycling style
Cadence (spinning)
Climbing hills
Family cycling
Family rides
Expect the unexpected
Making the most
Benefits of cycling
Bike speak
Commuter cycling
Disabled cycling
Group rides
Home servicing
MTB clothing
Nutrition basics
Pedestrians
Road safety
Road signs
Routine maintenance
Softening the sting
Touring
Training basics
Training discipline
Cycling in winter
Legal lighting
Womens comfort
You & the elements
Contact points
Teach children to cycle

Cycle safety

Bike Line
Safety tips
Wearing a helmet
Pre-ride checks
Pedestrians & cyclists
Road signs
Head damage
Cycle tricks
Introduction
Wheelie
Bunny hop
Rockwall

Cycle security

A sad story
Basic advice
Cycle locks
Cycle registration

Tandeming

Introduction
Terminology and fitting
Technique

Cycling Science

Introduction
Frames
Wind resistance
Wheels
Cycling terminology for the new cyclist
Bike Bits Explained

Do people appear to speak a different language when they talk to you about bikes and cycling? Here is a brief explanation of bike bits and terminology so that you can join in.

1. Gear Shifters / brake levers 7. Down tube 13. Chain stay
2. Handlebar stem 8. Front forks 14. Seat stay
3. Headset 9. Front hub 15. Front derailleur
4. Top tube 10. Chainset / chainrings 16. Wheel rim
5. Seat post 11. Rear derailleur 17. Spokes
6. Seat tube 12. Rear block 18. Pannier rack

Additional information

Behind the chainset, connecting the cranks, is the bottom bracket.

The rear block is sometimes referred to as the rear cassette.

The"black wires" leading from the handlebars are the cable outers, inside of which are housed either your brake or gear cables.

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